Recent Express Entry Invitations in 2026
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has continued issuing invitations through category-based and program-specific draws. Below are some of the most recent invitation rounds:
Date. Draw Type Invitations Issued Minimum CRS Score
June 22, 2026 Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) 955 730
May 28, 2026 French-Language Proficiency 4,500 409
May 27, 2026 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) 3,000 518
May 25, 2026 Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) 334 805
May 11, 2026 Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) 380 798
April 29, 2026. French-Language Proficiency 4,000 400
April 28, 2026 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) 2,000 514
April 27, 2026 Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) 473 795
April 15, 2026 French-Language Proficiency 4,000 419
April 14, 2026. Canadian Experience Class (CEC) 2,000 515
April 2, 2026. Trades Occupations 3,000 477
March 31, 2026. Canadian Experience Class (CEC). 2,250. 509
March 18, 2026 French-Language Proficiency 4,000 393
March 17, 2026 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) 4,000 507
March 5, 2026 Senior Managers with Canadian Work Experience 250 429
What These Draws Tell Us
The Express Entry trends in 2026 reveal several important developments:
French-language candidates continue to benefit from some of the lowest CRS cut-offs.
Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates remain a priority.
Category-based selection continues to target labour shortages and economic priorities.
Provincial Nominee Program candidates benefit from an additional 600 CRS points, resulting in higher cut-off scores.
Candidates with strong language skills, Canadian work experience, or provincial nominations have a significant advantage.
Need Help Maximizing Your CRS Score?
At Amana Immigration Consulting, we help clients develop personalized strategies to improve their chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA), including:
✔ CRS score optimization.
✔ Express Entry profile reviews.
✔ Provincial Nominee Program opportunities.
✔ Category-based eligibility assessments.
✔ Permanent residence application preparation.
Contact Amana Immigration Consulting today and take the next step toward becoming a permanent resident of Canada.
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